Judaism and Aesthetics
A six week course exploring the theoretical and practical relationships between Judaism and the practice of the fine arts. The course will look at traditional and philosophical Jewish perspectives on beauty, halachic considerations in art, several successful religious artistic and literary projects by major Australian artists, and pedagogical issues in the teaching of Jewish content in art.

Instructor: Rabbi Dr Shimon Cowen

Texts and materials: a course text will be supplied together with materials illustrating successful projects in contemporary religious Jewish art and literature in Australia

Course cost: $250 incl GST (concessions available)

Venue: to be advised upon enrolment

Time: Thursday mornings 9-10 am

Course commencement: 18 March with break for Passover

Enquiries: 9527 5902

Registration: Please fill out and send registration form to the Institute for Judaism and Civilization Inc. 88 Hotham St, East S. Kilda 3183, fax to 9527 5902, or e-mail to director@ijc.com.au

Registration here.